Russia, Empire. French Adrian Helmet Plate with Imperial Coat of Arms Province of China 04 mm (w) x 46

04 mm (w) x 46

Pennsylvania in 1971

probably an initiation rite or something similar

slight contact wear along edges of frame

Russia, Empire. French Adrian Helmet Plate with Imperial Coat of Arms Province of China 04 mm (w) x 46( ), steel construction, die stamped, the obverse illustrating the Imperial Russian double headed eagle beneath a crown, each head surmounted by a crown and holding regalia, with a central shield bearing St. George slaying the dragon, surrounded by smaller provincial shields, the lower portion with crossed sceptre and orb elements, retaining much of its original early light blue painted finish, the reverse with original integral attachment prongs,